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KS53 CWF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,779 mi
Last recorded111,779 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 CWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 111,779 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 111,631 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.88 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3.95% (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine noisey when in reverse

plastic undertray hiding vehicle components

vehicle underside showing signs of surface rust

Pass 28 Jun 2016 100,228 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 90,624 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 90,486 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 84,037 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 76,061 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 73,570 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 73,570 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

frunt exhoust mount adrift

Pass 14 Dec 2011 66,270 miles

air bag lamp on

Fail 8 Dec 2011 66,265 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

air bag lamp on

Pass 31 Jul 2010 56,925 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 53,032 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 53,032 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 45,336 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 36,465 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 26,617 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 26,617 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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KS53 CWF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 81,364 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS53 CWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KS53 CWF?

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What year was KS53 CWF registered?

KS53 CWF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is KS53 CWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 CWF shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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